About the Creator
Kevin Cork
The Two Dollar DM
Helping budget-conscious Dungeon Masters run epic D&D campaigns using free and low-cost resources.
I've been playing and running D&D for over 30 years, across multiple editions and countless campaigns. I started in university (where sessions often involved more laughing than adventuring), took a few breaks along the way, and got pulled back in when my son discovered the game. Now I have more cash and less time - and I've realized I was spending both on things I didn't actually need.
Experience
- 30+ years playing and running D&D across 2e and 5e
- Created the Jovan world from scratch - a rich setting for multi-year campaigns
- Years of stage improv experience (which helps when players do the unexpected)
- Expert-level use of Fantasy Grounds for running and modifying games
- Deep experience with AI tools for adventure creation and organization
Expertise
The Mission
Priceless campaigns on a $2 budget.
I believe that financial limitations shouldn't prevent anyone from experiencing the magic of collaborative storytelling. With a few dollars and some common sense, you can create D&D campaigns so amazing your players will think you're Hasbro Jesus.
Core Values
Creativity over Consumption
You don't need to buy your way to better games. The best campaigns come from creative problem-solving, not expensive products.
Community over Gatekeeping
D&D belongs to everyone. I share what I learn because rising tides lift all boats.
Practical over Theoretical
I focus on what actually works at the table, not what sounds good in theory.
In the end, D&D is a storytelling game - a group of people telling each other a story. We lose track of this by getting too wrapped up in expensive materials. I'm here to help you focus on what matters: creating memorable experiences for your players, not emptying your wallet.
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Have a question, suggestion, or just want to say hi? Drop me a message and I'll get back to you.